UCHC Infection Control Nurse FT UCHC - Central Region

UCHC Infection Control Nurse FT UCHC - Central Region

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff. We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education.

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking an Infection Control Nurse for the Central Region for NJ. The Infection Control Nurse implements and evaluates the Statewide Infection Control Program at the Prison with a primary focus on HIV/AIDS infected inmates within New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) to ensure that NJDOC provides a safe environment for inmates and staff. Duties include: Identifying and assessing inmates with a primary focus on HIV/AIDS diagnosed individuals, high-risk inmates, and inmates requesting HIV counseling/education. Planning and coordinating inmate/patient access to primary medical care by ensuring scheduling of routine tests/procedures, maintaining current case management, and updating/ordering labs and medication under the supervision of the MD, as necessary. Assisting as a source of information and communication regarding infectious disease and infection control issues for the site. Providing HIV pre/post testing counseling as needed. Providing discharge planning functions for HIV infected inmates. Assisting the Statewide Infection Control Practitioner in developing and continuously updating a Statewide Quality Improvement Program for Infection Control. Implementing surveillance program to establish and evaluate efficacy of staff practices, including monitoring infection control policies and procedures such as management of contaminated needles, syringes, razors, dressings, etc.

FLSA - Nonexempt

Grade - 01D

Salary Details

Minimum Salary - 37.230

Mid Range Salary - 46.540

Maximum Salary - 54.050

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status - Full Time

Working Hours - 40

Standard Hours - 40.00

Daily Work Shift - Day

Work Arrangement - This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description - UCHC HPAE 5089

Payroll Designation - PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment - Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a RN license to practice in the State of New Jersey. 2 years of documented clinical nursing experience. CPR Certification required. Computer literacy. Valid Driver's License is required and possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor of Nursing (BSN).

Location Details - Central NJ Region locations: Garden State Youth Correctional Facility (Yardville), Midstate Correctional Facility (Wrightstown), and New Jersey State Prison (Trenton)

Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.